salaries have to be based on the economy and what the economy in the area can bear. >> the national restaurant association says walk-outs like those planned for today are stunts staged by union-paid protesters and most industry employees are happy. >> we have plenty of opportunities for people to come in part time few hours and prove themselves and move up the ladder. >> reporter: but workers believe the fight for higher wages is the best opportunity for a better life. she plans to join the strike today and is not giving up on her $15 goal. >> when you sfit for something and you believe in it you're going to get it. >> reporter: nancy said she was paid to protest earlier this year but said organizers provided her that money to make up for a lost day of work. charlie, norah, gayle. >> terrell brown, thank you. >>> the white house sure goes all out for the holidays. first lady michelle obama unveiled the annual christmas decorations on wednesday and welcomed the children of military families for the party. the first family's newest edition, their dog sonny stole the spotlight. major garrett is a